Category: Blog
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UNDP Cybersecurity Breach Affects UN System Partners
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Earlier this year it was revealed that a major cyberattack on the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) was successful, leading to the compromise of personal identifiable information (PII) from users at UN system partners. When did it happen? According to UNDP, it received a threat notification about the breach on March 27, 2024 local time…
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iOS 17.3+: Strengthening iPhone Security Against Theft
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Our iPhones hold a treasure trove of information, from family photos or videos to financial information, making them prime targets for theft. While a passcode offers a first line of defense, iOS 17.3+ introduces a new security feature called Stolen Device Protection [*], adding an extra layer of safeguard against unauthorized access. Let’s explore how it enhances…
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Artificial General Intelligence (AGI): A Distant Dream or Imminent Reality?
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A recent research paper [*] offers an interesting perspective on the challenges of achieving AGI, given the limitations of current LLMs. One of the key barriers to AGI is the difficulty of imbuing machines with deductive reasoning skills. Humans can use new information to draw logical conclusions, a capability that seems far out of reach…
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IMF Targeted by Cyberattack, Highlighting Rise in Identity Theft
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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) recently disclosed a cyberattack targeting their email systems. While the investigation is ongoing, it’s confirmed that eleven email accounts were compromised [*]. The IMF is expected to share more intimate details about the compromise through the UN DTN (Digital Technology Network). Criminals increasingly target email accounts to steal sensitive information…